Field Operations Technician (m/w/d)

KWS SAAT SE; Thriplow; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave plus bank holiday

Pension with company contribution

Life Assurance

Income protection

Private Health Care

Profit Related Bonus

Employee discounts

Company culture & events

Diesel price benefits

Supportive work environment

Social events

Global company with innovative focus

Job summary

KWS UK Ltd. is seeking a Field Operations Technician to support field trials, breeding activities, and seed production at the Thriplow site. The role involves hands-on work with field machinery, crop trials, and cross-functional collaboration.

The candidate should have formal agricultural education, experience with agricultural machinery, and a UK driving licence, with a willingness to learn about plant breeding and work both independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Formal agricultural education is required.
• Experience operating agricultural machinery.
• Knowledge of trial delivery and field operations.
• Full UK driving licence is required.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Trustworthy, reliable, and eager to learn about plant breeding.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Supervisory experience would be a plus.

Responsibilities

• Carry out field activities including cultivation, drilling, spraying, pest control, and harvesting using precision trial and farm machinery.
• Support crop production for trials, breeding nurseries, and seed production.
• Work across a diverse range of crops within the Multi-Crop station.
• Assist both Field Operations and Trial Operations teams.
• Maintain, inspect, and repair vehicles and agricultural machinery.
• Record field activities and observations using KWS IT systems.
• Follow SOPs, work instructions, and operational plans.
• Adhere to all KWS Health & Safety policies and guidelines.

Skills

Machinery operation

Trial delivery & field ops

Teamwork

Independence

Plant breeding interest

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Education

Formal agricultural education

Job description

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Are you passionate about agriculture and looking to contribute to innovative crop research and production? KWS UK Ltd. is seeking a Field Operations Technician to join our team in Thriplow . In this hands‑on role, you will support field trials, breeding activities, and seed production while working with a variety of crops and modern agricultural machinery.

Your Responsibilities

• Carry out field activities including cultivation, drilling, spraying, pest control, and harvesting using precision trial and farm machinery.
• Support crop production for trials, breeding nurseries, and seed production.
• Work across a diverse range of crops within the Multi-Crop station.
• Assist both Field Operations and Trial Operations teams.
• Maintain, inspect, and repair vehicles and agricultural machinery.
• Record field activities and observations using KWS IT systems.
• Follow SOPs, work instructions, and operational plans.
• Adhere to all KWS Health & Safety policies and guidelines.

Your Profile

• Formal agricultural education.
• Experience operating agricultural machinery.
• Knowledge of trial delivery and field operations.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Trustworthy, reliable, and eager to learn about plant breeding.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Supervisory experience would be a plus

What We Offer

At KWS, we believe our people are our greatest strength. We offer a rewarding environment where you can grow professionally while making a meaningful impact.

• 30 daysannual leave plus bank holidays
• Highly competitive pension scheme with 16% company contribution and 1.2% minimum employee contribution
• Life Assurance at three times annual salary
• Income Protection Plan providing 75% of salary for long‑term illness and disability for up to three years
• Private Health Care Plan
• Profit Related Bonus Scheme targeted at 10% of annual salary
• Membership of a Lifestyles discount scheme
• Reduced diesel prices from the company's fuel pump
• A supportive and enjoyable working environment where we take care of one another
• Social events including a Summer Staff BBQ, Christmas party, and charity fundraising activities
• The opportunity to work within a global agricultural innovation company committed to sustainable progress and scientific excellence

Join Us

At KWS, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences.

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About KWS

KWS is one of the world’s leading plant breeding companies and employs around 5,000 employees in more than 70 countries. With the tradition of family ownership, KWS has operated independently for more than 170 years. It focuses on plant breeding and the production and sale of seeds for sugarbeet, corn, cereals, vegetables, oilseed rape and sunflowers. KWS uses leading-edge plant breeding methods and invests a significant amount in research and development.
At KWS, diversity is not just a value; it is an essential part of our success. Breeding resilient crops requires diversity; likewise, our strength comes from the diversity of our teams. Whatever your background or identity is, we invite you to join us.
Further information: https://www.kws.com/corp/en/careers/ . Follow us on LinkedIn at https://linkedin.com/company/kwsgroup/ .
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